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Vol. 9, No. 34
YOUR HOMETOWN WEEKLY NEWSPAPER
Everything’s coming up parks by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer When town officials cut the ribbon at the unveiling of Cornell Park’s new playground next month, the ceremony will not only showcase the latest in hightech fun, it will highlight the community’s ongoing commitment to the live-where-you-play lifestyle. “The Cornell Park playground renovation project is just one of the many public improvements the Town of Discovery Bay CSD has embarked upon over the past year,” said CSD President Kevin Graves in a recent press release. “This is one of many projects that are taking place throughout Discovery Bay that will provide long-term enjoyment to our residents.” The Cornell Park playground will include a new play
structure, climbing net, tiled seat wall and rubber surfacing. A total of $111,000 of the project’s $144,176 price tag was paid for by a grant from the East Bay Regional Parks District. The town’s landscape and lighting district eight covered the remaining costs. “One of the unique characteristics of this project,” said Parks and Landscape Manager Fairin Perez, “is that a tiled seat wall has been incorporated and borders the play area. Residents have been designing tiles, which has added a creative touch to the project.” Regatta Park also got an overhaul this spring in the form a new splash pad. The aquatic play area boasts sprinklers and ground nozzles but no standing water, making them a safe see Parks page 19A
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Our BVAL Football Preview gives you an insider’s take on the upcoming high school gridiron season. Page 1B
Battle over the big box The prospect of a new Walmart store in Brentwood is mobilizing some fervent opposition. Page 3A Photo by Stacey Chance
rooke Sperrer, a senior at Liberty High School, takes her dog River for a walk every morning in Discovery Bay before school. We’re sure River enjoys the outings, but it’s the mid-stroll tummy scratch that appears to really hit the spot.
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Services set for former Brentwood mayor by Ruth Roberts Staff Writer
Longtime Brentwood resident and former mayor Roger Moore passed away Aug. 16 following a lengthy illness. He was 74. The popular politician and local businessman sat on the Brentwood City Council in the 1980’s and served as mayor from 1984-86. He was a member of the Tri-Delta Transit Board and sat on a number of other community boards. “He was an exemplary man who had a real and true concern for Brentwood,” said Mayor Bob Taylor. “He was a kind man and supported me in my endeavors, but he’d tell you
ROGER MOORE AUG. 13, 1937-AUG. 16, 2011 how it was. In other words you had to work for his vote, which
I thought was very fair.” Former councilwoman Barbara Guise remembers Moore as a man who put people and family first. “Roger helped a lot of people over the years and he did it without making a big deal out of it,” said Guise. “He was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor and a lovely family. He will be missed.” Longtime friend Steve Hendrickson agreed. “Roger was a fine man who dedicated his life to helping others,” said Hendrickson. “He has been a good friend over the years.” For many, it was his compassion and generosity of spirit that many believe will be Moore’s lasting
legacy. “He meant the world to me,” said former Brentwood resident Kevin Atwater, who first met Moore and his family in the late 1990’s when Atwater was launching a music career. “I first met him through his son Jason. One night he walked up to me at the bowling alley and out of the blue offered to help finance my music. He was a very positive, caring person. His passing leaves a big hole in my heart.” Moore leaves behind his wife Pat and son Jason. A memorial service and reception will be held on Saturday, Sept. 10 at 10:30 a.m. at Shadow Lakes Golf Club, 401 West Country Club Drive in Brentwood.
Which high school water polo teams will be plying the sweet waters of success? Check out our preview. Pages 23-24A Calendar ............................ 23B Classifieds .........................27A Entertainment ................. 22B Football Preview ............... 1B Food .................................... 20B Health & Beauty .............. 18B Milestones ........................20A Opinion ..............................18A Sports .................................23A
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